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Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Asheville News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Asheville and Western North Carolina. From local government and business developments to community events, public safety, culture, and everything happening across Buncombe County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer to the Blue Ridge Mountains, or simply want to stay connected to one of America's most vibrant communities…
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A new chapter is coming. Josef, founder of Fastcast, introduces the next evolution of The Daily News Now. Hundreds of shows. Communities around the world. A…
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Jeffrey Burroughs: Art, Resilience, and City Change | Asheville News
Jeffrey Burroughs, Asheville City Council candidate and new River Arts District Association leader, is reshaping local politics with a blend of grassroots grit…
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Black Appalachia on the Table | Asheville News
Crystal Wilkinson’s new book, Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts, unveils the hidden legacy of Black Appalachia through family tales, recipes, and magical…
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Buncombe County Builds Back Stronger | Asheville News
Buncombe County is racing to secure $24 million in federal disaster funds to rebuild parks and boost affordable housing, with $11.2 million earmarked for…
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Asheville Young Professionals Meet Candidates | Asheville News
Asheville Young Professionals turned up the heat on local politics with a lively candidate forum where over twenty hopefuls—from sheriff to soil…
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LEAF Closes, But Art Lives On | Asheville News
After 30+ years, LEAF Global Arts has closed its doors due to financial collapse fueled by the pandemic, Tropical Storm Helene, and shrinking arts funding —…
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Asheville’s G20 Moment and Local Voices | Asheville News
Asheville became a global stage over the weekend as the G20 Finance Track convened, drawing world leaders to discuss economic policy — while local activists…
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Community Voices Shape UNC Asheville's Future | Asheville News
UNC Asheville’s Millennial Campus committee just delivered a bold, community-driven roadmap for the university’s future—shaped by nearly 3,000 voices from…
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Support Local News and Keep Conversations Civil | Asheville News
Local news is under pressure, and Xpress is asking you to help keep it alive—with just $5 a month, you can support the stories that matter in your community…
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Asheville’s Traffic Fix or Faux Pas | Asheville News
A visitor to Asheville is calling out the city’s traffic chaos and pricey parking — but also praising its walkability. His bold fix? Ban cars from main…
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Ticks in Prisons and the Hidden Epidemic | Asheville News
Tick-borne infections like Bartonella are allegedly spreading inside Buncombe County’s detention facility, causing mental illness and aggression—yet there’s no…
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Mountaineer Inn’s Future in Question | Asheville News
Sheetz might be eyeing the Mountaineer Inn for a gas station takeover — a move that could erase Asheville’s historic landmark and turn it into just another…
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Local News Needs You | Asheville News
Local news is in crisis, and communities are being asked to pitch in—literally—to keep vital journalism alive. With ads drying up, outlets are turning to…
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Weaver Park Upgrade Falls Short | Asheville News
Weaver Park in North Asheville just got an $800K makeover, but locals and Little League players say the field and playground still fall short—claiming their…
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Weaver Park Renovation Backlash | Asheville News
Asheville’s Weaver Park renovation, costing nearly $800K, is sparking outrage after Little League teams and locals blast poor design choices — from misaligned…
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Boomtown Fest Returns to Celebrate Asheville | Asheville News
Boomtown Arts and Heritage Fest returns for its third year, September 4-6 in Pack Square Park, as a vibrant celebration of Asheville’s resilience since…
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Asheville’s Wild Summer of Change | Asheville News
The I-26 project is actually moving forward—wild, like spotting a unicorn—hinting at a Costco (hot dogs yay, traffic doom) and a future where Asheville’s…
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Okra, Memories, and Family Flavor | Asheville News
Okra’s not just a veggie—it’s a time machine. From grandma’s crispy fried memories in South Carolina to your own oven-baked twist, this episode turns a humble…
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Councilmember Ullman on Crisis and Community | Asheville News
Maggie Ullman’s journey as a council member is defined by resilience, deep community roots, and a passion for connection—whether navigating water crises and…
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Young Filmmaker’s Memory-Bending Pilot Premieres | Asheville News
A 22-year-old filmmaker, Ethan Suess, just dropped a mind-bending TV pilot called Farpoint—filmed in Asheville, shot in real NASA ruins, and starring Oprah as…
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Asheville Tourism Shifts in Fall | Asheville News
Asheville’s tourism scene is heating up as vacation rentals surge past hotels—occupancy up 54% for September and 67% for October bookings, while hotels lag…
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Edwards Out, Rentals Rise, Pickleball Hated | Asheville News
Rep. Chuck Edwards drops out of reelection, sparking political buzz, while vacation rentals surge over hotels in Buncombe County—especially as fall business…
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Asheville’s G20, Tech, and Local Politics | Asheville News
Asheville’s in the global spotlight as it hosts major G20 Finance Track meetings, sparking hope for investment and aid while locals debate the city’s tech…
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Asheville’s Street Art Celebrates 50 Years | Asheville News
Asheville’s celebrating its vibrant street art legacy with a new exhibit honoring 29 local artists and featuring a “Free Wall” for your own tag—plus, a fresh…
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Wet Weather & Deer: Garden Survival Tips | Asheville News
This summer’s weather chaos is wreaking havoc on gardens—flooding kills roots, spreads mold, and topples plants. Fix it by boosting soil health with compost…
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Hendersonville Housing Battle | Asheville News
Hendersonville’s big election showdown pits two incumbents against two challengers over housing, growth, and city priorities — with each candidate offering a…
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G20 in Asheville: Hope or Hype | Asheville News
Asheville’s hosting the G20 finance ministers just two years after Hurricane Helene—amid recovery struggles and global economic stakes. Advocates demand more…
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Asheville Ends Flock Contract But Axon Remains | Asheville News
Asheville City Council votes to ditch Flock Safety’s license plate readers, but activists warn the move doesn’t end surveillance — Axon tech remains in place…
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Asheville’s Food Scene Rises Together | Asheville News
Emily Glasgow takes the reins as executive director of Asheville’s Independent Restaurant Association, bringing 15+ years of biz leadership to champion 150+…
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Trans History Lives in Asheville | Asheville News
Trans history isn’t new — it’s ancient, and two Asheville-based trans authors are proving it with their groundbreaking graphic novel, “Trans History: From…
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Owen Park Reimagined After Helene | Asheville News
Buncombe County’s revamped Owen Park plan is finally taking shape after Tropical Storm Helene’s devastation, blending two popular community concepts into one…
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When Voices Fall Silent in Schools | Asheville News
When Asheville City Schools axed the middle school orchestra, it wasn’t just cutting music—it silenced a vital lesson in collaboration, resilience, and the…
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Vote Yes on Buncombe’s Future Bonds | Asheville News
Buncombe County’s November ballot features two critical bond measures: $30 million to preserve open space and $40 million to build 1,500–1,850 affordable…
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Xpress Wants Your Support and Respect | Asheville News
Local news is struggling, and Xpress is asking you to help keep the beat alive—with just $5 a month, you’re not just funding journalism, you’re investing in…
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Asheville’s Housing Shift | Asheville News
Asheville’s city council is poised to unlock over 12,000 acres for more duplexes and bigger accessory dwelling units—small, affordable “middle housing” options…
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UNC Asheville’s Green Campus Gold | Asheville News
UNC Asheville is turning its eye on a 45-acre wooded stretch of South Campus—not to chop it down, but to turn it into a revenue generator without harming the…
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Orchestra Cut Exposes Equity Gap | Asheville News
Asheville City Schools axed its entire orchestra program, leaving 39 students without access to music education they relied on for confidence, community, and…
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Support Local News, One Membership at a Time | Asheville News
Local news is in crisis—and you can help fix it. With ad revenue drying up, community journalists are counting on YOU to chip in just a little—think coffee or…
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Asheville Schools Face Key Challenges | Asheville News
Asheville’s school board candidates clashed and collaborated over the district’s biggest challenges: closing the stubborn racial achievement gap, reversing…
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Santiago y Los Gatos Headline Grey Eagle | Asheville News
Santiago y Los Gatos are heating up Asheville’s music scene after a killer AVL Sounds Fest set, and they’re back with a hometown headline show at The Grey…
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Missy Bell’s Indie Triumph | Asheville News
Local filmmaker Missy Bell just unleashed her debut feature, Erased, after years of directing shorts and finally stepping into her own power—free from family…
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Keith Young Returns to Council Race | Asheville News
Keith Young, Asheville’s former City Council member and a hip-hop-loving advocate for racial justice, is back in the race for a council seat—driven by Tropical…
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Cult-Like Behavior in Everyday America | Asheville News
Daniella Mestyanek Young, author of Uncultured and former cult survivor, teams up with Amy Reed to unveil The Culting of America, a bold new book exposing how…
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Jeremy Russell’s Appalachian Sanctuary | Asheville News
Local painter Jeremy Russell drops his new exhibition, Appalachian Sanctuary, where he brings the wild soul of the Southern Appalachians to life on canvas…
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Community Divided Over Mission Hospital Beds | Asheville News
Buncombe County’s push for 92 new hospital beds has sparked a fiery community showdown, with Mission Hospital—owned by HCA—facing fierce backlash despite…
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The Mentor Mindset in Teaching | Asheville News
Great teachers don’t just enforce rules or shield students—they mentor, blending high expectations with unwavering support to ignite curiosity and confidence…
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Buncombe: A Deep Dive | Asheville News
Buncombe: A Deep Dive | Asheville News
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Recovery, Safety, and Growth After Helene | Asheville News
County leaders are racing to secure federal recovery funds after Hurricane Helene, targeting critical projects like rebuilding battered parks, restoring access…
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Play Turns Tragedy into Community Healing | Asheville News
When Tropical Storm Helene tore through Western North Carolina in September 2024, Asheville native Sofia Costanzo—temporarily in NYC—couldn’t reach her family…
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Wrestling, Fruit Smashing, and Sisterhood | Asheville News
Get ready to roar—The Mamas of Arm Wrestling is back for its wild, second-year showdown this Saturday at Mal’s bar, where women and femmes unleash their inner…
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Trump Admin Targets 66M Acres | Asheville News
The Trump administration is rolling back protections for 66 million acres of national forest land — including 172,000 in North Carolina’s Nantahala and Pisgah…
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45 Years of Local MLK Legacy | Asheville News
A new documentary, Ideas to Impact: 45 Years of the Martin Luther King Jr. Association, reveals how Asheville’s grassroots civil rights group has kept Dr…
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Candidates Clash on Budget and Housing | Asheville News
Four candidates battle for two Buncombe County commissioner seats, debating housing, the economy, and the budget under new state laws. With District One’s Anna…
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Pickle Fest & Local Food Events | Asheville News
PickleFest is back at The Whale this Saturday, August 22nd, with pickle beers, food vendors, art, games, and music — all free and family-friendly (ID required…
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Appalachian Weavings Meet Modern Art | Asheville News
Step into a groundbreaking exhibit where Appalachian bedcoverlets from the 1800s and early 1900s share the spotlight with modern abstract art—proving that…
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New Superintendent Sees Stars and Stories | Asheville News
Ashley Pipkin, the new superintendent of the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, brings a unique blend of soundscape ecology and night sky expertise to…
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Repair as Art: Salvaged Wood, New Stories | Asheville News
Laura Petrovich-Cheney’s new exhibition “The Shape of Repair” at UNC Asheville transforms salvaged wood into stunning, story-rich wall pieces that celebrate…
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Authentic Voices Rising in WNC Hip-Hop | Asheville News
Three North Carolina hip-hop artists are redefining the genre with raw, introspective projects that ditch the bravado for truth. Isa Whitaker, Jim Nastix, and…
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Dirty Talk as Intimacy, Not Just Words | Asheville News
Dirty talk isn’t just about naughty words—it’s a powerful tool for connection, validation, and mood enhancement during intimacy. Simple phrases like “I want…
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Hazy Hideaway Festival Lineup Revealed | Asheville News
Get ready for a killer weekend of music at Hazy Hideaway, hitting the Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. amphitheater August 21-22. Phantogram headlines Friday night…